Modern Slavery Statement — Skip Hire Charlton
Skip Hire Charlton is committed to operating ethically and to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our business and supply chain. We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to exploitation of workers, forced labour, and any practices that undermine human dignity. This statement sets out how our Charlton skip hire operations identify, prevent and respond to modern slavery risks and how we work with partners to uphold labour standards.
Our Zero-Tolerance Policy
We have a clear zero-tolerance policy for modern slavery that applies to all employees, contractors and suppliers engaged by Skip Hire Charlton and related services. All personnel are required to comply with our policies, and breaches are treated as serious misconduct which can lead to contract termination and legal action. The policy is integrated into employment terms and supplier agreements to ensure consistent expectations across the entire skip hire CHARLTON network.
We require all suppliers to demonstrate compliance through documentation, declarations and evidence of lawful employment practices. Our supply chain due diligence for skip hire in Charlton includes checks on recruitment practices, wage payments, working hours and accommodation where relevant. Where risks are identified, we take proportionate action — from remediation plans to suspension of business relationships — to protect workers and address non-compliance.
Supplier audits form a central part of our anti-slavery programme. Audits may be remote or onsite and are conducted by trained compliance staff or third-party specialists. Audit scopes include:
- Verification of identity and right to work
- Review of payroll and working time records
- Inspection of recruitment fees and third-party labour suppliers
We provide clear reporting channels for concerns related to modern slavery. Employees, contractors and supply chain partners can report suspicions confidentially through internal reporting lines and an independent whistleblowing mechanism. Reports are investigated promptly, and appropriate protections are in place to prevent retaliation. Reports may be submitted anonymously where permitted by law, and all allegations are handled with confidentiality and care.
Training and awareness are mandatory across our operations. Staff involved in procurement, HR and operations at Charlton skips receive regular training on recognising signs of forced labour and on our reporting procedures. We also require suppliers to attend induction sessions and to ensure their own workers understand rights and channels to raise concerns.
Annual Review and Continuous Improvement
We conduct an annual review of our anti-slavery measures to assess effectiveness and adapt to new risks. The review covers policy effectiveness, audit outcomes, training completion rates, and reported incidents within the skip-hire Charlton environment. Results inform strategy updates, resource allocation and improvements to supplier management processes.
Accountability for delivery of this statement rests with senior management and the board. We monitor performance indicators and maintain a register of actions and outcomes arising from audits and investigations. Where a supplier is found in breach of our standards, our response includes remediation, contractual enforcement and, where necessary, termination of the business relationship to protect workers and uphold our principles.
In conclusion, Skip Hire Charlton reaffirms its firm commitment to combat modern slavery within our operations and supply chain. We will continue strengthening supplier audits, maintaining robust reporting channels, and performing an annual review to ensure continuous improvement. This modern slavery statement underlines our determination to act responsibly, transparently and with respect for workers’ rights in all aspects of Charlton skip hire provision.